“After seeing the response from organizations in need across the Tri-State last year, it’s become increasingly apparent how important it is that we do our part to support organizations that align with our commitment to nutrition awareness,” said Anthony Scari, president of the McDonald’s New York Tri-State Owner/Operators Association.

The group says applications will be evaluated based on the expected impact of the applicants’ proposed nutrition-awareness programs. Tri-state area nonprofits can find the application at the Nutrition Network website.